Psst! Kathie Dolgin, founder of EnergyUp!, wants to let you
in on a little secret: What you eat has far more to do with how your body looks
(and how you feel) than working out. Here are six answers to your biggest
eat-right questions:

Q: “What can I eat on
the go without grabbing junk food?”

A:In the a.m.,
between classes and before practice, Kathie says raw almonds, bananas and
low-fat/low-sodium string cheese are great snacks that can fit into your purse.

Q: “I know I should
be drinking water, but how much is enough?”

A: “You need to
drink a minimum of 64 ounces of water a day,” Kathie says. “I start each day by
wearing eight bracelets on my left wrist. Every time I drink 8 ounces of water,
I switch one bracelet from my left wrist to my right. Presto! Fabulous
hydration.”

Q: “I love having
dessert after dinner. What are some healthy options?”

A:““Cutting your
sodium intake will get rid of a lot of that bloat,” Kathie says. “Also, avoid
processed flours and sugar.” Decreasing the amount of salt you consume and
boosting the healthy stuff, like fresh fruit ‘n’ veg, will help you lose water
weight and increase your energy.

Q: “I’m sick of
having lunchables or sandwiches every day for lunch. What else can I bring to
school?”

If you’re eating school lunch at the caf, try to load up on
fresh salad bar picks, and go light on the dressing. A side of fresh fruit
instead of chips is a great choice. And ditch the breaded ‘n’ fried options,
OK?